Another Crazy Day in AI: The New Literacy Schools Can’t Ignore
- Wowza Team
- May 24
- 4 min read
Hello, AI Enthusiasts.
Before the weekend takes over, here’s a thought: AI literacy is no longer optional, it’s core.
World Economic Forum's Education 4.0 Manager breaks down the AI Literacy Framework designed to prepare us all for a future where AI is everywhere—fair, ethical, and creative.
And AI research tools? They’re now capable of delivering deep dives in minutes. Plus, Google’s new Ultra plan are here to fuel your curiosity and productivity.
Time to relax—after you soak that in.
Here's another crazy day in AI:
Education’s next essential skillset
How to use AI for deep-dive research
Google introduces AI Ultra with premium AI experiences
Some AI tools to try out
TODAY'S FEATURED ITEM: A Framework for the Future of Learning
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How do we prepare students for a future shaped by artificial intelligence—when the future is already here?
The World Economic Forum's Tanya Milberg tackles this pressing question in her recent piece about the urgent need for comprehensive literacy programs in our education systems. She argues that AI literacy must become a core educational competency, not just an optional upgrade. This article introduces the AI Literacy Framework (AILit)—a collaborative effort by the European Commission, OECD, Code.org, and global experts. The framework offers a roadmap for equipping learners with the knowledge, skills, and mindsets they need to engage with AI critically, ethically, and creatively across disciplines.
Milberg underscores that artificial intelligence is now a constant presence in our lives—reshaping how we work, learn, and communicate. But while technology evolves rapidly, educational systems often struggle to keep pace. The AILit Framework is designed to bridge that growing gap by offering practical, classroom-ready guidance for educators across all subjects—not just computer science. With AI tools increasingly present in classrooms and students already experimenting with them independently, the framework aims to support responsible engagement starting at the primary and secondary levels.
What the framework brings to the table:
Four focus areas: engaging with, creating with, managing, and designing AI
A set of 23 competencies adaptable to different subjects and educational levels
Global alignment with initiatives like AI4K12 and DigComp
Emphasis on ethical reasoning, collaboration, and responsible innovation
Open for public input until late 2025 to refine and localize its content
As the line between digital fluency and foundational literacy continues to blur, this framework arrives at a critical moment. It's not simply about teaching students how AI tools function, but also helping them build confidence in navigating a world where these tools increasingly shape their environments—socially, academically, and professionally.
At the same time, the framework doesn’t offer a fixed curriculum or one-size-fits-all strategy. It acknowledges the reality that schools vary in resources, priorities, and local needs. What it does provide is a shared reference point—one that invites collaboration among policymakers, teachers, and communities. By encouraging thoughtful experimentation and adaptation, the framework supports a more inclusive, future-aware approach to education.
Read the full article here.
OTHER INTERESTING AI HIGHLIGHTS:
How to Use AI for Deep-Dive Research
/Jeremy Caplan, Director of Teaching and Learning, CUNY, on Fast Company
The landscape of AI search is evolving rapidly, offering new tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity that go beyond answering quick questions to generating in-depth, citation-rich research reports in minutes. Jeremy Caplan shares nine practical ways to harness these tools — from building custom travel itineraries and decoding cultural works, to analyzing controversies and exploring historical events. Deep Research helps users conduct comprehensive investigations that traditionally took hours or days. With the right prompts and a thoughtful approach, AI becomes a powerful partner in information gathering.
Read more here.
Google Introduces AI Ultra with Premium AI Experiences
/Shimrit Ben-Yair, Vice President, Google Photos & Google One, on Google Blog – The Keyword
Google has launched Google AI Ultra, its most advanced subscription plan yet, offering access to top-tier tools like Veo 3 for video creation, Deep Think in Gemini 2.5 Pro, and Project Mariner for multitasking research. For $249.99/month (or $124.99 for the first 3 months), users also get the highest usage limits across AI tools including Flow, Whisk, and NotebookLM, plus YouTube Premium and 30TB of storage. The Ultra tier targets power users—filmmakers, developers, and researchers—who need cutting-edge AI capabilities for their creative and professional workflows. It’s a major leap forward in Google’s AI offerings, aimed at giving VIP-level access to the future of productivity.
Read more here.
SOME AI TOOLS TO TRY OUT:
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